San José, capital of Costa Rica

San José is a nice town and worth to spend a day

San José has about 350,000 people, a serene size.

The city is situated 1160 m above the sea level, the average temperature of the year is around 20 C. San José and its surrounding areas have a lot to offer, so it is really worth staying here for a few days.

The city is conveniently located to many destinations in the Central Valley, so it is best to spend some nights here or in the area nearby (e.g. in Sta. Ana), and explore the surrounding destinations in the Central

Valley.

You can find many museums in the city, a famous one is the “Gold Museum”, and for families there is the Children's Museum, el “Museo de los Niños”.

However, the most famous museum in San José is the “Museo de Jade”, which is located in the same building as the National Insurance Institute (INS). In the museum, visitors will find a collection of the American jade - unique in the world. The quality of the gems is excellent. In addition there are archaeological remains from pre-Columbian times exhibited, including several interesting ceramics.

There is also a wide range of cultural events, including classical concerts, numerous theater productions and frequent concerts by international artists, to be found.

Those who enjoy eating great food, will be satisfied in San José. You can find a selection of recommended restaurants in the section Restaurant- Tipps. San José also offers great parks, which are considered recreational areas for the residents of the city. Mentioned as an example, the Park "La Savannah", directly located on the western edge of downtown.

In conclusion, it is worth it to spend some days of your trip in the central valley.